Season series (1-1-0)The Islanders have split the season series against the Flyers, with the road team earning the win in both occasions. On March 28 at Philadelphia, the Islanders fell behind 2-0 but rallied thanks to Colin McDonald's first career two-goal game and a tally from John Tavares. The Flyers scored in the final minute to force overtime, but Brad Boyes and Josh Bailey scored in the shootout, and Evgeni Nabokov turned aside three-of-four attempts at the other end to secure the extra standings point. The teams will meet once more on April 25 at Philadelphia.Mar. 28, 2013: NYI 4, PHI 3 (SO) - RECAP, BOX SCORE, HIGHLIGHTS

Flyers player to watchWayne Simmonds - Right Wing

Wayne Simmonds has proven to be a pest against the Islanders this season, registering three assists in two games, including one on the tying goal near the end of regulation on March 28. The Scarborough, ON native netted three-game winning goals in four games from Feb. 23-Mar. 5. A year removed from a career-year in terms of goals (28) and points (49), the 24-year-old ranks second on the Flyers in goals (12), third in points (25) and second in penalty minutes (72).

Islanders Storylines•The Islanders are 6-1-1 in their last eight games, having allowed two goals or less in seven of the eight.
•The Islanders have won three straight at home dating back to March 24 vs. Florida by a combined score of 12-4.
•Since making his NHL debut April 1, newcomer Anders Lee has one goal and one assist in his two NHL games.
•The Islanders are one of four teams (Ottawa, Minnesota, Los Angeles) yet to allow a shorthanded goal.

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